Hank Jarrett
Respected Taylorcrafter
Last Activity: 1 hour ago
Joined: 11-30-2003
Location: Virginia Beach VA
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It's an engineer thing. First thing we tend to think about is "Why does it do that and how can I get some numbers to describe it and provide guidance to make it better?" From the time I bought my first T in the mid 70s I was always bothered by the lack of data on performance. For me, analysis... -
If he doesn't have them let me know. I can take the set from my 45 and make drawings so you can make your own. Don't forget you need the brass shims with the oil holes too!
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Elevator gap seals are a different animal. Still illegal, but not as dangerous from an aerodynamics perspective. There are a series of tests I want to do on my planes, but to do them legally I have to put them into an experimental category for research. The designation is TEMPORARY only for the period...Leave a comment:
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Mike, I think he is talking about CLOSING the gap and eliminating the air going over the top. Changing the flow on what is effectively a slotted flap is NOT a good idea! You WANT flow through the gap! Did you mean "CAN'T" instead of "can"?
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Wow, does THAT sound familiar! I finally gave up trying to find an instructor who had time and was willing to teach me in my Taylorcraft. I found one GREAT instructor, but he was also an IA who had a roaring business and we just couldn't get in the hours with his schedule. I ended up having to take...Leave a comment:
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Not reversal, but really screwed up roll control. There is a good reason you aren't supposed to modify control set-ups. It is NOT allowed by the FAA and for good reason. When you close the gap you change the air flow across the aileron because higher pressure air from the bottom of the wing no longer...Leave a comment:
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Not sure where Romeoville is in IL, but know there are some other owners in the state and nearby. Once the word gets out I am sure you will get some Forum and Facebook owners who will come out of the woodwork. Wish you were closer to SE Virginia so I could be there! Keep us up with a blog or continued...Leave a comment:
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When I first heard of the fuselage strut/gear attach cluster it looked like a good idea to watch it regardless of if it was required. I made a set of small wrap around covers for the area and look at it at every annual. I find a LOT of dirt and debris every time so I feel like it was a good idea and...
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Thanks. I do tend to not notice. ;-) I need to send you my email address!
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Me. I have a couple of A&Ps and a couple of IAs who will look over my shoulder and make sure I don't kill myself.
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I used to have a Nikon Coolpix camera (even earlier than what he is talking about) and as I remember it was tough as nails. Seems like they are pretty inexpensive on e-BAY since everyone uses their phone to take photos now days. I am betting the bright orange ones would be pretty hard to lay down...Leave a comment:
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Check the pivot holes at the top for wear at the same time. The weight of the aircraft and tension from the bungees will hide a huge amount of wear. If the bolt holes are worn your plane will track MUCH better after you re-bush the gear and align the wheels again. It doesn't take but a few minutes...Leave a comment:
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You can repair the landing gear (assuming it didn't collapse and destroy the rest of the gear leg). Thee was a set of gear fixtures but they were disposed of before we could rescue them for the welder here. You need a fixture to weld repair them and I am pretty sure an IA can sign the repair off (one...Leave a comment:
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It is a shame that Minnesota is so far from Virginia Beach. We have a welder here who I am betting could repair your gear if there was a way to get it here for less than the national debt. I have two good gears we could use to build a jig from my 45 that is under restoration.
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